Insurance and Risk Management Manager
3 weeks ago
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced professional to fill the role of Manager, Insurance and Risk Management. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for the effective delivery of the insurance portfolio and risk management program for the Province.
In this role, you will oversee the management of a team of professionals administering the program, ensuring that program and service objectives of the Insurance and Risk Management division are met. You will also ensure that risk and insurance services, such as risk management, claims management, insurance policies/programs and contractual liabilities are provided to all government departments, agencies, boards, commissions, insurers, and other stakeholders.
Primary Accountabilities- Ensure effective financial resource management by monitoring revenues and expenditures, adhering to procurement guidelines, acquiring goods and services in the most cost-effective manner, and accurately forecasting budget requirements.
- Provide leadership regarding the overall delivery of Government's insurance program, including first and third-party claims for all lines of insurance.
- Ensure that the unit's technical staff handles claims efficiently and effectively based on the program policies and related legislation and will provide interpretation of policies and legislation when required.
- Review and adjudicate appeals filed by the public and direct as necessary, the investigation process as well as decision making regarding the payment or denial of all potential claims, and reserving practices.
- Adjudicate large claims which may be sensitive, complex, or catastrophic in nature.
- Attend settlement conferences with legal counsel to oversee claim negotiations.
- Develop and implement operational strategies, plans and objectives for the Insurance and Risk Management Unit by identifying opportunities and contributing to the continuous operational improvements of claims, contractual liability and insurance processes and guidelines.
- Provide ongoing counsel to senior management on proactive cost/expense and risk mitigation and settlement strategies.
- Develop and implement training seminars and conferences on risk management, and contractual liability in consideration of federal/provincial acts and regulations with the goal of empowering these departments to conduct their own risk assessments to develop their own risk exposure mitigation strategies.
To be considered for this opportunity, you have extensive experience, and knowledge in the principles of management, public and business administration, and their application to the administration of government activities. The Insurance Institute of Canada's recognised Chartered Insurance Professional (CIP) designation is required.
The Canadian Risk Management (CRM) designation would be considered an asset.
Leadership competencies required at this level of work are Decisiveness, Strategic Orientation, Developing Others, Team Leadership, Self-Awareness and Personal Impact, Effective Interactive Communication, Partnering and Relationship Building, and Intercultural and Diversity Proficiency.
The Government of Nova Scotia has adopted the LEADS Leadership Framework. During the interview, candidates will be expected to express how they have demonstrated the key behaviours and capabilities required to effectively lead in a caring and inclusive environment. LEADS Domains includes Leads Self, Engage Others, Achieve Results, Develop Coalitions and Systems Transformation. Please follow LEADS (novascotia.ca) for more information.
BenefitsBased on the employment status and union agreement, the Government of Nova Scotia offers its employees a wide range of benefits such as a Defined Benefit Pension Plan, Health, Dental, Life Insurance, General illness, Short and Long Term Disability, Vacation and Employee and Family Assistance Programs. For information on all our Benefit program offerings, click here: Benefits for government employees.
Additional InformationWork will be completed in a comfortable office setting.
This is a Term employment opportunity with an anticipated end date of November 17, 2025.
The successful candidate shall have and maintain a valid class 5 driver's license and provide a current drivers' abstract as well as a criminal records check before hire.
What We Offer- Career Development where you have access to career guidance, tools, resources, and ongoing training for every stage of your career.
- Engaging workplace. Our Employees feel valued, respected, connected, and tuned in. We have forward-thinking policies and strategies.
- Countless Career Paths.
- A dynamic, client-focused office environment where service excellence and teamwork are our focus
Pay Grade: EC 12
Salary Range: $3,687.15 - $4,608.93 Bi-Weekly
Employment Equity Statement:
Our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative, at all job levels, of the citizens we serve. The Government of Nova Scotia has an Employment Equity Policy, and we welcome applications from Indigenous People, African Nova Scotians and Other Racially Visible Persons, Persons with Disabilities and Women in occupations or positions where they are under-represented. If you are a member of one of these equity groups, you are encouraged to self-identify on your electronic application.
Current government employees may access this posting through the link below:
PLEASE NOTE: Candidates will not be considered for an interview if applications are incomplete or are missing information.
Offer of employment is conditional upon the completion of all applicable background checks and confirmation of credentials, the results of which must be satisfactory to the employer. We thank all applicants for the interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. All questions and concerns may be directed to Competitions@novascotia.ca.
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